Specialized Units | Department of Public Safety
WEBThe Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) is a highly trained team headquartered in Austin, whose primary mission is responding statewide to critical incidents of a high risk nature; such as hostage situations, barricaded subjects, active shooter incidents and high risk warrant service.
Texas State DPS - Special Weapons And Tactics
WEBWelcome to Texas State SWAT! We are an elite task force of highly trained Officers who have decided to partake in our division. You will be trained and proficient in tactical operations and negotiations, quick responses, and peaceful termination of scenes.
Texas Rangers | Department of Public Safety
WEBThe Rangers oversee the department’s tactical program and operations, which includes the DPS SWAT Team, six Regional Special Response Teams, a Ranger Recon Team, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team and crisis negotiators assigned to each DPS Region.
Become a Texas State Trooper | Department of Public Safety
WEBBecome a Texas State Trooper. Now Accepting Applications for the A-2025 & B-2025 Trooper Training Academies. $5000 stipend now presented upon graduation from Trooper Training Academy. Trooper Training Academy Schedules & Information. At Home Workout Recommendation & Webinars.
Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team | AustinTexas.gov
WEBMar 17, 2020 · The primary mission of the Austin Police SWAT team is to professionally resolve life threatening critical incidents, while striving to minimize negative impact on Austin’s residents and visitors. In addition, SWAT is to provide tactical, administrative and training support to all members of the Department.
Texas Highway Patrol - Wikipedia
WEBAs of 2021, the Texas Highway Patrol employs 2,802 sworn troopers; this is an increase of almost 30% from the 2,162 troopers employed in 2014. Despite the size of the highway patrol and its unique name and function, however, many Texans refer to troopers simply as "DPS", referencing the THP's parent agency.
Sworn - Arizona Department of Public Safety
WEBCandidates who successfully complete the hiring process will be offered employment, their duty station assignment, and scheduled to attend an upcoming State Trooper Academy. Candidates serving in remote areas of the State are advised of additional state housing and compensation. APPLY TODAY.
Amid Uvalde shooting response investigations, Texas DPS fires trooper …
WEBOct 21, 2022 · The Department of Public Safety has fired Sgt. Juan Maldonado, one of the state troopers who responded to the May school shooting in Uvalde that left 21 dead.
List of police tactical units - Wikipedia
WEBThe police departments and sheriff 's offices of thousands of towns, cities, and counties across the United States have tactical units, which are usually called Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), Sheriff's Emergency Response Team, (SERT), or Emergency Response Team (ERT). Some examples are below.
Trooper Benefits | Department of Public Safety
WEBGroup Life and health insurance. Primary on-duty weapon/ off duty weapon. Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Leave. Take home Patrol unit with safety equipment. Covered through Worker’s Compensation. Tactical and duty equipment issued. Exceptional Law Enforcement Training. Wide range of Opportunities. Trooper.